DTC P0522 Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) Sensor Circuit Low Voltage. GMC Truck GMC C-Series Medium Duty Truck C6/C7/C8 2000

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2000 🢒 GMC C-Series Medium Duty Truck C6/C7/C8 🢒 DTC 🢒 DTC P0522 Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) Sensor Circuit Low Voltage

Refer to Engine Control Schematics

Automatic Engine Shutdown and Warning

Engine Controls Components
Fuel Injectors
Fuel Pumps and Fuel Senders
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views
IGN SW Circuit Breaker (1 of 4)
Starter Enable
G111 (Gasoline), G101 (Diesel)
G111 (Gasoline), G101 (Diesel)
Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views
G111 (Gasoline), G101 (Diesel)
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
G208, S233, S501
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Circuit Description

The engine oil pressure (EOP) sensor is mounted in the top rear of the engine. The EOP sensor measures changes in engine oil pressure. The EOP sensor has a 5 volt reference, a ground and a signal circuit.

The EOP sensor changes resistance based on engine oil pressure. When the PCM senses a signal voltage lower than the normal operating range of the sensor, this DTC sets.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The engine is running

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The engine oil pressure sensor voltage is less than 0.48 volts

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The PCM stores the DTC information into memory when the diagnostic runs and fails

•	The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate

•	The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails

The PCM stores this information in the Failure Records.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

•	A History DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other non-emission related diagnostic

•	A last test failed (Current DTC) will clear when the diagnostic runs and does not fail

•	Use a scan tool in order to clear the MIL/DTC

Diagnostic Aids

Important: Remove any debris from the PCM\TAC module connector surfaces before servicing the PCM\TAC module. Inspect the PCM\TAC module connector gaskets when diagnosing/replacing the modules. Ensure that the gaskets are installed correctly. The gaskets prevent water intrusion into the PCM\TAC modules.

•	Inspect the PCM\TAC module connector.

•	The following may cause an intermittent:

-	Misrouted harness

-	Rubbed through wire insulation

-	Broken wire inside the insulation

•	The PCM 5 volt reference circuits are internally connected within the PCM. If all the engine oil sensor circuits check to be OK, inspect related 5 volt reference circuits.

Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

This step determines if the malfunction is present. For any test that requires probing of the PCM or any component harness connectors, use the connector test adapter kit. Using this kit prevents damage to the harness connector terminals.

Using the Freeze Frame and Failure Records data may aid in locating an intermittent condition. If you cannot duplicate the DTC, the information included in the Freeze Frame and Failure Records data can help determine how many miles since the DTC set. The Fail Counter and Pass Counter can also help determine how many ignition cycles the diagnostic reported a pass and a fail. Operate vehicle within the same Freeze Frame conditions (RPM, load, vehicle speed, temperature etc.) that you observed. This will isolate when the DTC failed.

If the scan tool displays 5.0 volts, this indicates that the engine oil pressure sensor signal, 5 volt reference circuit and PCM are OK.

If the scan tool displays 5 volts, this indicates that the engine oil pressure sensor signal circuit and PCM are OK.

Disconnecting the PCM allows using the DMM to check the continuity of the circuits. This aids in locating an open or shorted circuit.

Step

Action

Values

Yes

Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

Install a scan tool.
Idle the engine and monitor the engine oil pressure (EOP) voltage.

Is the engine oil pressure voltage below the specified value?

0.48 V

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 3

Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Review the Freeze Frame and Failure Records data for this DTC and observe the parameters.
Turn OFF the ignition for 15 seconds.
Operate the vehicle within the conditions required for this diagnostic to run, and as close to the conditions recorded in the Freeze Frame and Failure Records as possible. Special operating conditions that you need to meet before the PCM will run this diagnostic, where applicable, are listed in Conditions for Running the DTC.
Select the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) option, the Specific DTC option, and enter the DTC number using the scan tool.

Does the scan tool indicate that this diagnostic failed this ignition?

Go to Step 4

Go to Diagnostic Aids

Disconnect the EOP sensor electrical connector.
Jumper the 5 volt reference circuit and the EOP signal circuit together at the EOP sensor harness connector.
Observe the EOP voltage display on the scan tool.

Is the EOP voltage near the specified value?

5 Volts

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 5

Connect a test lamp between B+ and the EOP sensor signal circuit at the EOP sensor harness connector.
Observe the EOP voltage display on the scan tool.

Is the EOP voltage at the specified value?

5 Volts

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 8

Turn OFF the ignition.
Disconnect the PCM connector C1 located on the same side as the manufacturer's logo.
Inspect the 5 volt reference circuit for an open or short to ground. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Repair the 5 volt reference circuit if it is open or shorted to ground.

Was the 5 volt reference circuit open or shorted to ground?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 7

Inspect the 5 volt reference circuit for a poor connection at the PCM.
Replace the terminal if necessary. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring System.

Did the terminal require replacement?

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 11

Turn OFF the ignition.
Disconnect the PCM connector C2 located on the opposite side of the manufacturer's logo. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement .
Inspect the EOP signal circuit for the following conditions:

•	Open circuit

•	Short to ground

•	Short to sensor ground circuit

Repair the EOP sensor signal circuit if it is open or shorted to ground. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Was the EOP signal circuit open or shorted to ground?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 9

Check the EOP sensor signal circuit for a poor connection at the PCM. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

If you find a poor connection, replace the terminal. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did the terminal require replacement?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

Important: Before replacing the engine oil pressure sensor perform the engine oil pressure check. Refer to Oil Pressure Diagnosis and Testing in Engine Mechanical.

Replace the EOP sensor. Refer to Fuel Pump and Engine Oil Pressure Switch Replacement .

Is the action complete?

Go to Step 12

Important: Program the replacement PCM.

Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement .

Is the action complete?

Go to Step 12

Select the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) option and the Clear DTC option using the scan tool.
Idle the engine at the normal operating temperature.
Select the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) option and the Specific DTC option, then enter the DTC number using the scan tool.
Operate vehicle within the Conditions for Running this DTC as specified in the supporting text, if applicable.

Does the scan tool indicate that this test ran and passed?

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 2

Select the Capture Info option and the Review Info option using the scan tool.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?

Go to the applicable DTC table

System OK